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04/22/2009

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desultory
Definition
lacking a plan, purpose, or enthusiasm
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esprit de corps
Definition
strong feeling of unity
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placid
Definition
calm and peaceful, not easily excited
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deleterious
Definition
harmful or damaging
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judicious
Definition
having, showing, or done with good judgement
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astute
Definition
having or showing the ability to asses situations or people and use them to one's advantage
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ominous
Definition
giving the impression that something bad is going to happen
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lascivious
Definition
feeling or revealing an overt and often offensive sexual desire
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conundrum
Definition
a puzzling riddle or problem
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introspective
Definition
having the ability to look into one's self (metaphorically)
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prodigious
Definition
remarkably great in size, extent, or degree
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avail
Definition
1) to use or take advantage of 2) help or benefit
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